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Substantial Matters: Life & Science of Parkinson’s

In Substantial Matters: Life & Science of Parkinson’s, host Dan Keller, PhD, interviews Parkinson’s experts to highlight treatments and techniques that can help you live a better life now, as well as research that can bring a better tomorrow. Episodes focus topics relevant to your daily life, including new levodopa delivery methods, exercise, clinical trials, nutrition and more! Learn more about our episodes and speakers at parkinson.org/Podcast. Follow and rate us on your favorite podcast platform to be notified when there’s a new episode! Let us know what other topics you would like us to cover by visiting parkinson.org/feedback.

Apr 19, 2017

Regular exercise is essential for people with Parkinson's. Dr. Bas Bloem describes what is known about exercise and PD and what is still in the research stages, and he offers some tips on overcoming barriers to getting enough exercise.


Apr 19, 2017

Dr. Peter Schmidt of the Parkinson’s Foundation explains where people with Parkinson’s can go to receive the best interdisciplinary care and how the Foundation is improving standards of Parkinson’s care around the world. The Foundation's Centers of Excellence network and the Parkinson's Outcomes Project – the...


Apr 19, 2017

In this debut episode of Substantial Matters: Life and Science of Parkinson's, Dr. Michael Okun talks about early warning signs of Parkinson's and offers practical advice on how to proceed after a diagnosis.